Steamed Dori with Sweet and Spicy Chili-Jaggery Glaze
30 minutes
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About Steamed Dori with Sweet and Spicy Chili-Jaggery Glaze
Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's both healthy and easy to make? Look no further than this exquisite Steamed Dori with a vibrant sweet and spicy chili-jaggery glaze. It's a flavor explosion waiting to happen!The steaming method locks in the Dori's natural moisture, creating unbelievably flaky, tender fish. Imagine each bite infused with the aromatic warmth of jaggery, chilies, and spices, a truly tantalizing experience.Served over crisp lettuce, this elegant dish offers a light yet satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a special celebration, this Steamed Dori is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Steamed Dori
- 200 gm Dori Fillets flat, large
- 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
For the Chili-Jaggery Glaze
- 2 tbsp Butter or gingely oil/olive oil
- 1/2 cup Onion chopped, yellow
- 1 tbsp Garlic minced
- 1 Chili chopped, green
- 2 tbsp Onions chopped, green, white parts
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Oyster Sauce
- 1 tbsp Jaggery Syrup
- 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1 tsp Chili Flakes red
For Garnishing
- 2 Lettuce Leaves
- 2 tbsp Onions chopped, green, green parts
Instructions
- Pat the Dori fillets dry with paper towels. This helps the salt adhere and ensures even steaming.
- Season both sides of the fillets with salt.
- Steam the fish for 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky. Steaming preserves the fish's delicate texture and flavor.
- In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. You can substitute with gingely or olive oil for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped green chili, and white parts of the green onions to the pan. Sauté until the onions are translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and jaggery syrup. The jaggery adds a touch of sweetness that balances the heat from the chilies.
- Season the sauce with salt and red chili flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving plate.
- Pour half of the chili-jaggery glaze over the lettuce.
- Place the steamed Dori fillets on top of the glaze.
- Drizzle the remaining glaze over the fish. Garnish with the chopped green parts of the green onions.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- For extra depth of flavor, marinate the Dori fish for 15-20 minutes with a little grated ginger, a splash of soy sauce, and a pinch of jaggery before steaming; this allows the sweet-salty profile to penetrate the flesh.
- If you prefer a bolder presentation, serve the fish on a banana leaf or a steaming basket for an authentic, restaurant-style touch that also infuses a subtle aroma.
- To ensure the red chili and jaggery sauce has a glossy finish and clings well to the fish, reduce it until slightly thickened and whisk in a teaspoon of cold butter off the heat for a silky texture.
- Leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week and works beautifully as a glaze for grilled tofu, shrimp, or vegetables—perfect for quick weekday meals or as a dipping sauce for dumplings.
- Instead of jaggery, you can use brown sugar or honey.
Expert Tips
- Don't overcook the dori. It's a delicate fish and cooks quickly. Check for doneness by flaking it with a fork.
- Adjust the amount of chili in the sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Freshly grated ginger adds the best flavor to the marinade.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover steamed dori in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10.2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 3420mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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Such a flavorful dish! Can’t wait to taste it.
Such a great recipe! Can’t wait to try it.
This is perfect! Can’t wait to taste it.
Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.
This looks so appetizing! Thank you.